Buttercream roses are so beautiful and really easy! As always, the key is having the right tools. For these cupcakes a large petal tip (number 126 if your wondering) is really important. It takes an extra minute or two longer than a plain swirl BUT it is totally worth it. I filled my piping bag with white and light pink buttercream to give the roses a more realistic, two-tone effect. What colors would your cupcake bouquet be??
Buttercream roses are so beautiful and really easy! As always, the key is having the right tools. For these cupcakes a large petal tip (number 126 if your wondering) is really important. It takes an extra minute or two longer than a plain swirl BUT it is totally worth it. I filled my piping bag with white and light pink buttercream to give the roses a more realistic, two-tone effect. What colors would your cupcake bouquet be??
Decorating Tips
If you fill the bag with two different tones of the same color then your roses will have some more depth and realism. Just make sure that the point and the base of the petal tip has the different color butte creams on top. The most realistic roses have a higher center with lower petals on the outside. To get this effect mix a batch or VERY thick buttercream up and shape it onto a cone then place on the cupcake and use as a base for your petals. Lumps of sugar will be the end of you so as they clog up the petal tips and ruin your flowers. To avoid this I recommend sifting your confectioners’ sugar at least once before mixing and make sure to use a paddle attachment!
If you’ve tried making these cupcakes then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how you got on in the comments below, I love hearing from you! IF YOU LOVE THIS RECIPE TRY THESE OUT! Buttercream Orchid Cake Strawberry Cake Topped With Roses The BEST Vanilla Cupcakes
